5 things you didn't know about Japan's teenage Prince Hisahito
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Meet Japan’s teenage Prince Hisahito, the 13-year-old former ‘miracle baby’ who has the fate of the imperial monarchy on his shoulders
His birth was hailed as a miracle and he has already been the target of a possible assassination attempt – all the while being groomed to assume the ceremonial role so crucial to Japan
Forget the latest TV game or new song from Justin Bieber or BTS, Japan’s teenage Prince Hisahito has much bigger things to worry about – like the future of the Japanese monarchy.
At just 13 years old, the teenager is second in line to the throne, after his father Crown Prince Akishino. Although the Japanese constitution gives the emperor zero political authority, the role is seen as a critical symbol of the state and an important unifier of the people.
Here’s what you need to know about the kid who has all of Japan looking to him for leadership.
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Meet Japan’s teenage Prince Hisahito, the 13-year-old former ‘miracle baby’ who has the fate of the imperial monarchy on his shoulders
His birth was hailed as a miracle and he has already been the target of a possible assassination attempt – all the while being groomed to assume the ceremonial role so crucial to Japan
Forget the latest TV game or new song from Justin Bieber or BTS, Japan’s teenage Prince Hisahito has much bigger things to worry about – like the future of the Japanese monarchy.
At just 13 years old, the teenager is second in line to the throne, after his father Crown Prince Akishino. Although the Japanese constitution gives the emperor zero political authority, the role is seen as a critical symbol of the state and an important unifier of the people.
Here’s what you need to know about the kid who has all of Japan looking to him for leadership.
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